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EA53 OYG

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,412 mi
Last recorded105,412 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 OYG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 105,412 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 12 Jun 2012 89,338 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear and center exhaust box outer skins corroded.Slight perishing of rear tyres.

Pass 7 Jun 2011 76,589 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 76,589 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 63,143 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 63,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 51,997 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 51,997 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 40,843 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 40,843 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 27,863 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 24,693 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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EA53 OYG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 74,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA53 OYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA53 OYG?

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What year was EA53 OYG registered?

EA53 OYG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is EA53 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 OYG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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